Nagraj Balakrishnan
Barry Render, Graduate School of Business, Rollins College
Ralph M. Stair
Chapter 1: Introduction to Managerial Decision Modeling
Chapter 2: Linear Programming Models: Graphical and Computer Methods
Chapter 3: Linear Programming Modeling Applications with Computer Analyses in Excel
Chapter 4: Transportation, Assignment, and Network Models
Chapter 5: Integer, Goal, and Nonlinear Programming Models
Chapter 6: Project Management
Chapter 7: Decision Analysis
Chapter 8: Queuing Models
Chapter 9: Simulation Modeling
Chapter 10: Forecasting Models
Online Chapter 11: Inventory Control Models
Appendix A: Probability Concepts and Applications
Appendix B: Useful Excel 2010 Commands and Procedures for Installing ExcelModules
Appendix C: Areas Under the Standard Normal Curve
Appendix D: Brief Solutions to All Odd-Numbered End-of-Chapter Problems
• NEW! Present the latest: Updated Software Coverage.
? All of the Excel coverage in this text has been updated to Excel 2007/2010.
? The illustration of Microsoft Project and Crystal Ball has been updated to their latest versions.
? The software program, Excel Modules, that accompanies this text has also been updated to suit Excel 2010 as well as 32-bit and 64-bit systems.
• Provide a balanced approach: Three-step FrameworkFormulation or problem setup
? Model solution
? Interpretation of the results and what-if analysis
• NEW! Offer plenty of practice: New and Revised End-of-chapter Problems.
• NEW! Show today's new techniques: New Topics.
• Highlight the real-world implications: Decision Modeling in Action Boxes.